15 Dollar Tree Hidden Treasures You Can’t Pass Up

Dollar stores provide a great way to save more money and keep your budget in check. And while you might expect the low-cost items to look or feel cheap, we found high-quality hidden gems at Dollar Tree.

From stylish dinnerware to the best beauty dupes, our favorites feature buys from almost every aisle. These aren't just affordable alternatives to specialty and department stores — they're popular picks that customers are snapping up. So don't wait to snag these selections for your family.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $1.25

Elevate your outdoor entertaining area with these 10-inch round plates. The pretty print is perfect for parties. Pair the patterned melamine dinnerware with Dollar Tree's Home Collection placemats ($1.25), "tropical party" bowls ($1.25), and Home Collection party table covers ($1.25).

Price: $5

While this hidden treasure is more than DT's usual $1.25 price, you shouldn't pass on this bargain buy.

For $5, you'll get a 6.38-by-8.27-by-11.42-inch plastic drink dispenser and four tumblers. Fill this find with sangria, lemonade, or use it to make sun tea.

Price: $1.25

Freshen your family's clothes for less. This popular three-in-one pack has a sensational citrus fragrance that shoppers adore. Not only do the pods clean everything from tanks and tees to towels, but they also fight tough stains and leave your clothes smelling amazing.

One Dollar Tree customer shared, "They got some grease stains out of my uniforms…They have a nice scent, not overpowering."

Price: $1.25

Transform your dining table without breaking the bank. The brightly colored, perfect-for-spring placemat is a steal for $1.25. Pottery Barn sells a similar set of four round, woven placemats for $40.

Price: $1.25

Serve chips and dip or carry cocktails on this sweet summer-themed tray. Handles make this pick easy to move from space to space. And don't worry about dropping this budget-friendly find — at eight ounces, it's lightweight.

Price: $1.25

You don't have to scour specialty sites to find the latest, greatest storage solutions. Dollar Tree has this unexpected item in stock right now. Nab the 6.23-by-4.65-by-4.65 caddy before your next backyard barbecue or family celebration. And while you're shopping, pick up a 48-count pack of plastic utensils (also $1.25) to put in it.

Price: $1.25

Swap the boring old ice trays you always use for this novelty find. The BPA-free molds are available in seashell, watermelon wedge, and butterfly shapes.

Don't need ice? If your fridge already has a built-in maker, use these trays to chill fruit juice popsicles or gelatin jigglers.

Price: $3

Protect your face from the sun's damaging rays. This sophisticated selection will shield your eyes if baseball hats aren't your style. And you won't find a similar option in other stores for this low price. For reference, Macy's sells Sunday Afternoon's brand-name version for over $57.

Price: $1.25

Upgrade your home's interior while staying on budget. We scoured the store's aisles and uncovered this hidden gem in Dollar Tree's home goods section. The fun, flirty flower gives this ceramic vase a rustic chic look that you might expect to pay more for. But at DT, this affordable accent has an affordable $1.25 price tag.

Price: $1.25

Rest and relax in style. Plain sleep masks are so yesterday. Switch out your old, worn eye cover for this pretty pearl-covered pastel pick. And bonus, this little treasure makes the perfect present. Give the $1.25 beauty buy as a bridal shower or birthday present.

Price: $5

Dollar Tree's home aisle is packed with candles. But this $5 find stood out to us. The 14-ounce vanilla cashmere scent candle is only part of what makes this selection so special. A textured crustal jar and lid add an ornate elegance you can't pass up.

While you will have to pay more than $1 for this dollar store deal, it's a bargain compared to what other retailers charge. Bath and Body Works sells a plain eight-ounce Mahogany Vanilla jar candle for over three times DT's price ($16.95).

Price: $1.25

You might not expect to find workout wear in a dollar store. But here it is. And you won't just get one pair for $1.25 — each pack includes two. The low-cut ankle socks feature mesh ventilation for breathability, arch support, and a comfortable cushioned footbed.

Compare Dollar Tree's low price for the double-pack to $13 for one pair of Bombas Women's Tri-Block Ankle Socks.

Price: $1.25

Plump your pout without paying specialty store prices. Made with strawberry, grape seed oil, and Maracuja oil, this glossing balm nourishes and adds volume. Score this beauty bargain for $1.25. You'll pay $25 for Milk Makeup's Electric Glossy Lip Plumper at Sephora.

Price: $1.25

Retinol is a beauty buzzword for a reason. And we found this hidden treasure for $1.25 at Dollar Tree. The sought-after ingredient smooths fine lines, improves the skin's texture, and more.

What do shoppers think of this low-priced pick? Redditor BodyUpbeat raved about every ingredient in this double serum, "Love this so much…Squalane, Vitamin E, Peptides, Sea Buckthorn oil, Retinol…made my skin so glowy."

Price: $1.25

Organize your home's interior without sacrificing style or quality for price. Use the collapsible container to store socks, linens, shoes, craft supplies, or almost anything else.

Don't let the word "closet" in the name fool you. This isn't just a boring box. The playful pattern makes this an interior accent you'll want to show off.

High-end doesn't have to equal high cost. Avoid wasting money with a few smart shopping strategies.

Instead of overspending on brand-name buys, nab these Dollar Tree deals. The savings don't have to stop at these unexpected items. We also spotted deals on essentials, groceries, pet products, and more.